What was unusual about the embargo of 1807?

Answer 1

The embargo was a financial disaster for the Americans. This was because the British were still able to export goods to America. These were initial loopholes overlooked smuggling by coastal vessels from Canada, whaling ships, and privateers from overseas; and widespread disregard of the law meant enforcement was difficult.

Answer 2

the measure wiped out all American commerce with other nations. prove ineffective against Britain. british traded with the south America for its agriculture goods divided the americanpeople

Answer 3

It stopped all American vessels from sailing to foreign ports-an amazing use of federal power, especially by a president supposedly dedicated to a weak central government.